Kinki Nippon Tourist will begin accepting online reservations for the “Kyushu Recovery Support Discount” travel assistance program for Nagasaki and Kumamoto prefectures on October 15 at 2:00 p.m. The maximum discount amount is 20,000 yen per night for accommodations only, 20,000 yen per night for tours, and 30,000 yen for stays of two nights or…
The SwitchBot Circulator is 50% off—its lowest price ever. It has a built-in battery for cordless use and supports voice control.
Amazon (Amazon Japan) is holding a sale on SwitchBot circulators ahead of the “Prime Thanksgiving Sale” taking place October 16–19. Normally priced at 13,980 yen, it is currently 50% off at 6,980 yen—the lowest price ever—as of this writing. A smart circulator with a built-in battery that can be used either cordlessly or by connecting…
Disney Store Releases “Monsters, Inc.” 25th Anniversary Merchandise: Chibi-Style Fluffy Plush Toys and Bags Now Available
The Disney Store will release a collection commemorating the 25th anniversary of the movie “Monsters, Inc.” on October 23. The collection features plush toys, home goods, and apparel that incorporate stylized designs and the vivid colors straight from the movie. The diverse lineup includes “Plush Keychains” (2,600 yen) that are fun to carry around, “Spirit…
[Weekend Station Bento] Katsuta Station: “Ibaraki Sweet Potato Rice Bento”
As the name suggests, the “Ibaraki Sweet Potato Rice Bento” is a bento featuring sweet potato rice made with sweet potatoes and rice from Ibaraki Prefecture. It’s an “Ibaraki All-Star Bento” in which all the side dishes—including the simmered flower-shaped carrots, as well as the lotus root, burdock root, chestnuts, and chicken—are sourced from Ibaraki…
ANA Domestic Flight Ticket Flash Sale: One-way fares from Haneda to Fukuoka, Nagasaki, and Kumamoto start at 11,000 yen for flights from December through March
ANA is holding a limited-time sale on domestic flights from 12:00 a.m. on October 16 through 11:59 p.m. on October 22. The eligible travel period is from December 1 through March 27, 2027. Examples of one-way sale fares include Haneda to New Chitose starting at 10,450 yen, Haneda to Fukuoka, Nagasaki, or Kumamoto starting at…
UNIQLO to Release New “Snoopy” Men’s Sweatshirts, Oversized T-Shirts, and Caps in December
UNIQLO will release a new men’s collection of “Peanuts” UTs in mid-December. The lineup includes six styles of oversized graphic T-shirts (1,990 yen each), four styles of sweatshirts (3,990 yen each), and UV-protective caps in two colors (1,990 yen each). The designs feature the subtle humor and comical expressions of Snoopy and his friends. In…
Tokyo Skytree to Hold Special New Year’s Day Sunrise Event on January 1, 2027. Limited to 800 people; tickets cost 11,000 yen. Extended operating hours during the year-end and New Year’s holidays as well.
“Tokyo Skytree,” operated by Tobu Tower Skytree, will hold a “Special New Year’s Sunrise Event” on January 1, 2027, allowing visitors to view the first sunrise of the year from the observation deck. The event will run from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m., with admission from 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Capacity is limited to…
I tried out JR East’s “teppay,” which launched today! A quick video review of the steps for reloading, code payments, and money transfers
Launching the App and Initial Setup: To use teppay, you do not need to install a separate, dedicated app. On Android devices, update the “Mobile Suica” app to the latest version; on iPhones, update the “Suica” app to the latest version. Once you open either app, the teppay icon will appear on the screen. Simply…
Keisei Electric Railway to Revise Schedule on November 21: Skyliner First Train Time Moved Up; Late-Night Matsudo Line Service Extended to Shin-Kamagaya, Among Other Changes
Keisei Electric Railway will implement a schedule revision, with the new weekend and holiday schedule taking effect on November 21 and the new weekday schedule on November 24. As part of this schedule revision, the early morning downbound “Skyliner” service will have its current 5:40 a.m. departure from Keisei-Ueno moved up by 20 minutes, with…
USJ’s “Detective Conan World” Opens February 10, 2027. The new venue will feature a live restaurant, real-life escape games, and ride attractions.
Universal Studios Japan has announced, as part of its ongoing updates on the “Universal Cool Japan 2027” lineup, that it will host “Detective Conan World,” a limited-time event where visitors can experience the world of Detective Conan, from February 10 to June 30, 2027. This year, the event will feature three attractions: a real-life escape…